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Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill

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Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
15 min–45 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB1054). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 14/04/1971 Local Authority South Ayrshire Planning Authority South Ayrshire Parish Colmonell NGR NX 23239 81921 Coordinates 223239, 581921 — Beside the Cross Water. Pedimented monument topped by ball finial; in front, stone walled enclosure. Inscription "Erected anew 1825 to the memory of John Murchie and Daneil Meiklewrick". Fragments of an older monument with an earlier inscription lie at the side.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Place summary

Martyrs' Tomb is a memorial located in Barrhill, in the Scottish Lowlands. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its historical significance.

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Coordinates
55.1001, -4.7720
Postcode
KA26 0PR
Parliamentary constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill?
Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA26 0PR).
Is Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill a listed building?
Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill free to visit?
Yes, Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill is free to enter.
How do I get to Martyrs' Tomb, Barrhill?
Drivers can navigate to postcode KA26 0PR. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.